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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Introduction to Dynamical Models in Biology certification is a 4-week programme launched by IIT Guwahati and NPTEL along with the association provider platform Swayam. This online free course is designed for understanding the different ever-changing models in biology.

Mathematical modeling in recent times has transformed into becoming an important part of ecology, biology, and cell biology. This Introduction to Dynamical Models in Biology training course tends to introduce the students of the biology field to different concerts and tools related to mathematics. The syllabus also focuses on the fundamental ODE-based concept of models which can be later on connected with the different experiments conducted for the subject Biology. Basically, the students shall get acquainted with topics like numerical simulation, cell signaling, analytical techniques, and more. The certification at the end can be cross-checked, and considered for verification on the NTPEL site by prospective employers.

The Highlights

4 weeks programme
The course type is elective
Online classes held
IIT Guwahati faculty
Completion certificate
Government-approved certificate
Credits available
Free course training

Programme Offerings

4 Weeks Course
Online Course
completion certificate
Credit Points
free course
assignments
Final Exam

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 1000	yes	IIT Guwahati (IITG)

The Introduction to Dynamical Models in Biology certification fee by NPTEL and IIT Guwahati is free. But for wanting a certificate, depositing Rs. 1000 is necessary. This amount of money charged by Swayam is the exam registration fee.

Introduction to Dynamical Models in Biology Fee Structure

Description	Amount in INR
Programme Fee	Free
Exam Fee	Rs. 1000

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates at their 10+2 level must have mathematics as a subject to get enrolled. Also, they must have studied Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at their graduate level. Alongside these, the knowledge of computer programming is often preferable for this course.

Certification Qualifying Details

Introduction to Dynamical Models in Biology certification by NPTEL and IIT Guwahati is offered on the compiled score of the participants in the assignment, and the end examination. For the end examination securing 30 out of 75 is necessary, and the mandatory marks in the assignments must be 10/25. If candidates fail to secure these marks then cancellation of certification is happening for sure.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Biology

With the Introduction to Dynamical Models in a Biology certification course, candidates shall be learning the basics of graphical techniques, analytical techniques, and numerical simulation.

Who it is for

Students who have studied in fields regarding Biology, Biotechnology, Mathematical Biology, and other related subjects.

Admission Details

Here is the Introduction to Dynamical Models in Biology classes admission procedure below:

Step 1: Follow Swayam’s official website: https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc21_bt42/preview.

Step 2: Find the 'Sign in/Register’ button, and click it.

Step 3: The button opens a form for registering on Swayam, which must be completed by the participants.

Step 4: As soon as the account registration gets over, secured admission is given.

Application Details

There is absolutely zero hassle when signing up on the Swayam website to start the process of learning. Only signing up will take the participants further on their way towards applying for the course. One of the two ways is signing up directly with the credentials of the Microsoft account, and in the other way directly on the form, details of name, and mailing address can be filed up to create accounts.

The Syllabus

L1: Introduction to mathematical modeling in biology
L2: How to start modeling?
L3: Basic concepts of modeling using ODEs: Modeling the spread of infectious disease
L4: Basic concepts of modeling using ODEs: Modeling population growth
L5: Numerical solution of ODE-based models - I
L6: Numerical solution of ODE-based models - II

L1: Simulating ODE-based models: Introduction to JSim
L2: Simulating ODE-based models: Examples of simulation in JSim
L3: Steady-state and stability analysis: Understanding steady state
L4: Steady state and stability analysis: Stability of steady states
L5: Phase plane analysis - I
L6: Phase plane analysis - II

L1: Concepts of bifurcation
L2: Bifurcation in Biological systems
L3: Modeling molecular processes in the cell
L4: Modeling molecular processes-I: Ligand-receptor binding
L5: Modeling molecular processes-II: Enzymatic reaction
L6: Modeling molecular processes-III: Transcription and translation

L1: Modeling a signal transduction circuit: Negative feedback
L2: Modeling a signal transduction circuit: Positive feedback
L3: Modeling a signal transduction circuit: Incoherent feedforward
L4: Modeling transcriptional circuits – I
L5: Modeling transcriptional circuits - II
L6: Online resources for mathematical modeling in biology

Evaluation process

There is a final test which is usually hosted after the modules in the syllabus get over, and their candidates have to earn at least 30 marks out of 75 in total. Also, attending mandatory assignments is also required where out of 4, at least 3 candidates need to secure out of 25, 10 marks. The total of assignments, and exams when added must reach 40 to be able to secure completion certificates.